"I love to see my patients smile. Nowadays, patients really desire treatment and can't wait to straighten their teeth. I enjoy working with my hands and seeing how the details transform their smiles. It's so gratifying to build long-term relationships with children and adults in the neighborhood. Everyone is so connected in this community! Over the years we have built the best team of caring individuals dedicated to investing in your lives and smiles."
- Dr. Kathryn Bielik

Dr. Bielik is a native of Chicago's Southwest suburbs. She has a long history with this practice, as she first worked with Dr. Petty as his dental assistant when she was a teenager attending high school. Working for Dr. Petty was an experience that inspired her to pursue a career in orthodontics. Her partnership with Dr. Petty and Dr. Burke fulfills her lifelong goal of helping people attain beautiful, happy smiles.

Education and Continuing Education

Dr. Bielik is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago. In 1993, she received her specialty certificate in orthodontics from Loyola University.

Dr. Bielik stays current with the latest orthodontic technologies by participating regularly in continuing education. She is an active member of many professional organizations, including the:

American Association of Orthodontists
Midwest Society of Orthodontists
Illinois Society of Orthodontists
American Dental Society
Illinois State Dental Society
Chicago Dental Society
Outside of the practice…

Dr. Bielik and her husband, Neal Weisenburger, have many interests and hobbies that fill up their free time. They particularly enjoy exploring the city of Chicago's eclectic and delicious foods and restaurants. Dr. Bielik's hobbies include bicycling on the lakefront, downhill skiing, and gourmet cooking. She is an active member of her church, and has been a volunteer for several mission trips to Cuba and Mexico. She enjoys spending time with her family, and vacationing. She's had many traveling adventures, particularly when she visited the countries of her heritage, Poland and the Czech Republic.

Dr. Petty considers it his personal obligation to provide only the highest quality orthodontic care to his patients. He continues to enjoy the practice of orthodontics, and the interaction he has with his patients. Dr. Petty considers it an honor and a privilege that his patients have chosen to share this life-changing experience with him, and he looks forward to working with you and your family, and helping you achieve the beautiful, healthy smile you've always wanted.

Education and Continuing Education

Dr. Petty is dedicated to the southwest Chicago and suburban areas, where he has practiced orthodontics since 1974. A graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Dr. Petty received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Degree, Master of Science, and Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics from Loyola University in Chicago. He is one of a few Illinois orthodontists to have completed a two-year program with the Foundation for Advanced Continuing Education in Orthodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Mechanics. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, which confirms his ability to provide the very best orthodontic care.

His involvement in professional organizations enables him to stay on the leading edge of orthodontic advances and technology with opportunities for continuing education. Dr. Petty is a member of the following professional organizations:
American Association of Orthodontists
Midwest Society of Orthodontists
Illinois Society of Orthodontists
Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics
American Dental Association
Illinois State Dental Society and Chicago Dental Society
Outside of the practice… Dr. Petty and his wife, Julie, are blessed to have all of their children residing in the Chicagoland area. They are especially happy to have nine grandchildren close by.